Core Purpose:

To inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy

Core Values:

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Belief in the boundless potential of young people

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Commitment to the principles of market based economics and entrepreneurship

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Passion for what we do and honesty, integrity and excellence in how we do it

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Belief in the power of partnership and collaboration

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Conviction in the educational and motivational impact of relevant, hands-on learning

Area Facts:

 

126 JA locations that reach more than 4 million students

Locally Founded in 1952

JA is a non profit 501c3 corporation that does not receive United Way funding

Serving 13 Lenawee County public and private school districts

Approximately 4,000 students will participate in one or more of our programs. Representing

25% of the total student population

JA Program Benefits

JA programs help students by teaching; business, entrepreneurship, workforce readiness,

financial literacy, character/ethics, and economics.

Emphasizing the importance of staying in school.

Bridge between education and business

JA Volunteer Benefits:

Nearly 189 classroom volunteers will serve as positive role models

70% of all volunteers return to the classroom after their initial experience

JA business volunteers have no special background beyond a willingness to give of their time

Satisfaction of knowing they are giving back

Business Benefits:

Business becomes part of preparing the future workforce

Creating a better educated consumer

Encourages community involvement- volunteerism

JA Curriculum:

25 -Kindergarten through 12th grade programs

High School, "JA Be Entrepreneurial", JA "Success Skills" and the JA "Company Program"

Middle School, "Economics for Success", "Global Marketplace", "JA American Works"

2 NEW After School programs: JA's "Dollars and Sense" and "JA's "It's My Biz"

Strong correlations between State of Michigan education standards

JA Job Shadow 2011- 102 HS grade students mentoring with the local business community

Fundraising Facts:

Funding is provided by local corporations, foundations, PTO's, schools and individuals

through yearly giving campaign.

Major special events include: JA Grand Prix and the JA Crazy Bowl